Snowstorm: I'm Super Rich in the Apocalypse-Chapter 174 - Someone with a Big Face
Chapter 174: Chapter 174: Someone with a Big Face
Chapter 174 -174: Someone with a Big Face
Gu Pan agreed and left with Lu Ruisheng.
They walked a short distance, found a place to sit, and observed the man. He did not indiscriminately ask everyone; instead, he judged based on appearance and made sure the people looked well-fed before approaching them.
After watching for a while, they left and went home.
Once at home, they discussed the matter further and decided to keep observing. If feasible, they would try to conduct some trades as they still hoped that their Space could become larger.
While they were talking, the base’s broadcast system started up again. This time, it wasn’t for any announcements but to play music.
The song that played was unexpected for Gu Pan—it was “In the Fields of Hope.”
Perhaps people’s thinking differed at this time, but the melody was good and suited the current mood of the people.
The song played for over half an hour, followed by an enthusiastic speech from the broadcaster.
To be precise, it was a pep talk for the public.
An hour later, everything finally quieted down.
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng resumed their casual chat.
They talked about greeting people at the base entrance and discussed how they would communicate with their people when they arrived.
Not long after, they heard someone knocking on the door across the hall, with the person simultaneously calling, “Xiao Yang, it’s your Aunt Zhang. Open the door, I need to talk to you.”
Gu Pan, concerned for her neighbor, Yang Jia, went to the door to listen.
Yang Jia was clever. Knowing they were all neighbors, it wouldn’t be right not to open the door; however, she didn’t want Zhang Ping inside. She pocketed her keys and stepped out, “Aunt Zhang, what’s the matter?”
Zhang Ping said, “I really need to talk, let’s go inside and sit down to discuss.”
Yang Jia responded, “My place is too messy, I haven’t cleaned up, and it’s not suitable to invite you in.”
Zhang Ping thought for a moment before suggesting, “Then why don’t you come to Aunt Zhang’s house?”
Yang Jia firmly refused, “No, Aunt Zhang, I haven’t even changed my clothes; it’s improper to just stop by. Let’s talk here; I’m working on a deadline.”
Seeing Yang Jia’s firm stance, Zhang Ping said, “Xiao Yang, look at you, living all by yourself, your Aunt Zhang can’t help but worry. I was thinking, you and my Wang Yan are close in age, how suitable! My husband has a good job, and my son is also a talented young man. Marrying into our family would surely bring you happiness.”
Hearing this at the doorway, Gu Pan frowned. She definitely did not approve of Wang Yan’s character.
Yang Jia, who also disliked Wang Yan, said, “Aunt Zhang, I already have someone I like, so thank you for your kindness.”
Zhang Ping was taken aback and then grabbed Yang Jia’s arm, “Are you out of your mind? We are neighbors and know each other well; how could we deceive you? What if you end up with someone unfamiliar and they turn out to be violent?”
Yang Jia struggled to free herself from Zhang Ping’s grip, “I can handle my own matters, Aunt Zhang, please don’t worry.”
But Zhang Ping wouldn’t let go, “What’s wrong, why are you acting so indecent?”
Gu Pan stepped out and interjected, “Aunt Zhang, what era are we in? We already have the freedom to choose whom we love. What does this have to do with decency?”
Seeing Gu Pan added fuel to her frustration, “Can you guarantee that person’s character? I know my own son; he’s a decent, reliable young man, certainly more reliable than those unreliable fellows, right?”
Gu Pan laughed and said, “Aunt Zhang, honestly, everyone thinks their own child is the best, but others might not feel the same, and as for matters of the heart, I think they shouldn’t be forced.”
Zhang Ping looked at Gu Pan, “Do you have something against me, girl? Why do you always disagree with me?”
Gu Pan couldn’t help but laugh out loud, “It seems like our vibes really don’t match. Maybe we should reduce our interactions to avoid bothering each other, don’t you think?”
Zhang Ping frowned, “Fine, you young people don’t appreciate my experienced advice until you suffer for it. Go ahead and make your own mistakes.” Annoyed, she shook off Yang Jia’s arm and went home.
Yang Jia looked at Gu Pan gratefully, “Thanks for helping me again, but you know, this might have offended Zhang Ping. She might cause trouble for you later.”
Gu Pan smiled, “It’s okay, we were never in harmony. Some people need to clearly establish boundaries, otherwise, she’ll always try to bother you.” After saying this, she looked at Yang Jia’s arm and asked, “Is your arm okay?”
Yang Jia shook her hand, “It’s fine, don’t worry.”
Gu Pan said, “Have your friend come over soon.”
Yang Jia nodded, “Yeah, I’ll have him move in tomorrow.”
“Alright, let us know if you need help then,” Gu Pan said.
Yang Jia thanked her again before heading back.
Gu Pan returned to her room, where Lu Ruisheng handed her a glass of lemonade, “This Zhang Ping really knows how to scheme, knowing exactly what kind of person would benefit her family if her son married her.”
Taking the glass, Gu Pan took a sip, “Indeed, to tell you the truth, Yang Jia has no family, so she’ll be at her mercy.”
“Once that guy moves over, Zhang Ping will probably give up.”
“Yang Jia said the guy can come tomorrow. We should help them move; both are nice people, and we’re friends now.”
“Okay.”
As they were talking, chaos had erupted at Zhang Ping’s house.
Wang Yan had been interested in Yang Jia for a long time and thought his mom’s involvement would seal the deal, but not only did it not work out, Yang Jia even mentioned she liked someone else.
Wang Yan, quite proud internally, couldn’t take the blow to his self-esteem. He always considered himself significant, given his father’s skilled position, though not comparable to those villa-dwelling leaders, he was still counted among the top in his local apartments. Astonished, he couldn’t believe that an orphan girl would reject him.
He stood up, ready to confront Yang Jia.
Zhang Ping grabbed his arm, not letting him go because her husband disliked family disturbances. She usually got away with minor exploitations at others’ homes, which her husband would ignore, but forcing someone into marriage if exposed and dishonored, her husband wouldn’t let her off.
Zhang Ping’s family wasn’t wealthy, having many siblings, and her mother bore five daughters before finally having a son – thus, her family always revolved around her brother.
From a young age, she developed the habit of taking advantage wherever possible, consuming a bit more whenever she could. She wasn’t unaware that it was bad, but she couldn’t help it.
However, she wasn’t foolish. She knew her husband’s limits; minor things he ignored, but she couldn’t let a major incident happen. She needed a long-term plan.
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Yang Jia saying she liked someone else might be a lie, probably an excuse to refuse, considering she had just arrived at the base.
She had to think of another way; Zhang Ping was genuinely pleased with her as a daughter-in-law.
Wang Yan, not the sharpest tool, eventually sat down, following his mother’s advice, discussing whether Yang Jia’s words were true and what to do next.
